Knowing People: The Personal Use of Social Psychology (2nd Revised edition)

Description

Social psychology studies one of civilization's most central concerns: human relationships. With its friendly style and engaging, accessible language, Knowing People selects some of the best research in social psychology and shows how it can improve people's lives. By understanding people's beliefs, attitudes, and desires, individuals can fashion relationships that benefit all concerned, rather than one person or group at the expense of another.

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About Author

Michael Lovaglia is professor of sociology and departmental executive officer at the University of Iowa. He founded the journal Current Research in Social Psychology, and his articles have been published in The American Journal of Sociology, American Sociological Review, and Social Psychology Quarterly. His basic research on social power, status, and emotion has been supported by grants from the National Science Foundation.

Contents

Chapter 1 The Power of the Situation over You Chapter 2 Knowing Yourself and Other People Too Chapter 3 Who Are You? Chapter 4 Of Sound Mind Chapter 5 Influence: Getting People to Listen to You Chapter 6 Persuasion: What Will It Take to Convince You? Chapter 7 Your Place in the Workplace Chapter 8 Why I'm Prejudiced Chapter 9 The Power In and Out of Love Chapter 10 Leadership and Emotion (The Story Yet to be Told)